Printed : 8/13/01
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P/N 951-05002032
SPARK PLUG
REMOVING THE SPARK PLUG
SERVICE : Electrical, spark plug, type
NGK (CR8EK)
SERVICE : Electrical, spark plug, gap
0.024 - 0.028 inches 0.6 - 0.7 mm)
CAUTION
Whenever the spark plug is removed from the cylin-
der head, cover the spark plug hole with a clean rag
to avoid dirt getting into the engine.
1.
Remove the fuel tank. See “Fuel” in the Maintenance
and Adjustment section of this manual for how to
remove the fuel tank.
2. Remove the bolts (1) and move the main relay
mounting plate assembly (2), along with the wire
harness, away from the rear shock strut.
3. Remove the bolts, washers, and the rear shock strut.
NOTE : Keep your hand under the upper nut and washer
so they do not fall on top of the engine.
4. Disconnect the spark plug coil coupler (1) from the
coil.
5. Remove the bolt and spark plug coil holder.
6. Remove any dirt from the cylinder head and the area
around the spark plug with compressed air.
7. Remove the spark plug coil.
8. Use a socket and long extension to loosen and
remove the spark plug.
1.
Bolts
2.
Mounting plate
2
1
1.
Spark plug coil coupler
1.
Bolt
2.
Spark plug coil holder
1
2
1